Mamas across the South are shaking their heads in unison. According to a new study by HomeAdvisor, we’re all dealing with the same strife in our households when it comes to the rules that go wayside. In fact, the study found that house rules are broken at least once daily in a third of American homes.
The survey results also show that some rules are more commonly set than others. Putting things back in place is the most common expectation in homes, according to the study. Just because it’s a rule though, doesn’t mean the kids are following it. This is especially the case in Alabama, North Carolina, Oklahoma, and Florida—the most likely places in the South to have at least one household rule broken daily.
Thanks to this study, the next time that the kiddos neglect to keep their room clean or we catch them red-handed with an unmade bed, we won’t be too surprised, but we sure will be prepared. Keep your eyes peeled though, because the youngsters aren’t the only culprits; The report shows that dads and brothers are the most likely household suspects.
Here’s the most common rule, and unfortunately, the most commonly broken rule in every Southern state.
Alabama
Most common: Put items back in placeMost broken: Make the bed
Arkansas
Most common: Put items back in placeMost broken: Put items back in place
Delaware
Most common: Share household choresMost broken: Turn off lights when leaving the room
Florida
Georgia
Most common: Put items back in placeMost broken: Keep room clean
Kentucky
Louisiana
Most common: Clear dishes after eatingMost broken: Put items back in place
Maryland
Mississippi
Missouri
North Carolina
Oklahoma
South Carolina
Most common: Turn off tv while not watchingMost broken: Keep room clean
Tennessee
Texas
Virginia
West Virginia
